Mashed Potato Cakes

Name: Mashed Potato Cakes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (500 ml) cold mashed potatoes; 2 eggs; 3/4 cup (185 ml) Canadian cheddar cheese; finely shredded; 6 tbsp (90 ml) all-purpose flour; or more depending on potato consistency; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Canadian butter; for frying; 2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped chives; for garnish; ½ cup (125 ml) Canadian sour cream; for dipping

These Mashed Potato Cakes are a perfect and tasty solution to leftover mashed potatoes. Add extra cheese, sour cream, and herbs for a light, fluffy, and flavourful repurposed meal.

Prep: 5 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes

Yields 4 servings

Ingredients

2 cups (500 ml) cold mashed potatoes
2 eggs
3/4 cup (185 ml) Canadian cheddar cheese, finely shredded
6 tbsp (90 ml) all-purpose flour, or more depending on potato consistency
2 tbsp (30 ml) Canadian butter, for frying
2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped chives, for garnish
½ cup (125 ml) Canadian sour cream, for dipping

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Preparation

In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, eggs, finely shredded Canadian cheddar cheese, and 6 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Adjust the flour quantity as needed; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable enough to shape.

Using a cookie scoop, take portions of the potato mixture and gently flatten them into thick discs between moistened hands. Dampening your hands prevents sticking.

In a large frying pan, melt the Canadian butter over medium heat. Place the formed potato cakes in the pan and cook until they turn golden brown on both sides, approximately 3-5 minutes per side.

Once cooked, serve the potato pancakes hot, garnished with chopped chives and accompanied by Canadian sour cream for dipping.

Serve immediately, and enjoy!

Tips

Avoid letting the cakes stand for too long once they're cooked, as they will lose their fluffiness.
Experiment with different types of shredded cheese; Canadian Mozzarella or Canadian Gouda can be delightful alternatives.
Feel free to personalize the recipe by incorporating your favorite additions, such as cooked and crumbled bacon, finely diced ham or chopped green onions.